Cris Helton For East Ridge City Judge

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

From 1998-2002, I served the city of East Ridge as councilmember and vice mayor. During that time Mr. Cris Helton served as city attorney.

Cris did an excellent job as city attorney. He did a great job in keeping us informed where city and state laws were involved. He took his job serious and made himself available to us day and night at no additional charges to the city.

I know from my own experience he is very versed in the law and freely sits in for current judges during their absences. He has the experience, the knowledge and the willingness to serve.

Please, join me in supporting him in his efforts to be elected as judge for the city of East Ridge. He will work hard for the city and its citizens.

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